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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad

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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings, this salad is both satisfying and easy to prepare. With its delightful flavors and customizable ingredients, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table. Serve it chilled for a nutritious lunch or as a side dish at barbecues and potlucks. Enjoy the burst of Mediterranean flavors in every bite!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked and diced chicken breast
  • 8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbles
  • 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Cook the seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden brown. Let it rest, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain without rinsing.
  3. Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. In a large mixing bowl, combine with pasta, diced chicken, feta cheese, olives, and Italian herbs.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the mixture; toss gently to combine.
  5. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving chilled.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
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